Women in the Economic Justice Movement

Mother Jones was a prominent labor activist and organizer who dedicated her life to fighting for the rights of workers, particularly women and children.

The National Women's Trade Union League was established to address the specific needs and concerns of working women and to promote their economic and social well-being.

Frances Perkins was appointed as the first female Secretary of Labor in 1933 and served until 1945. She played a crucial role in shaping New Deal policies and advocating for workers' rights.

The Equal Pay Act of 1963 was a significant step towards addressing gender-based wage discrimination in the United States.

Wider Opportunities for Women (WOW) is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women and families through economic advancement and leadership development.

The Million Women March was a historic event that brought together over a million women and allies to demand economic justice, reproductive rights, and an end to violence against women.

United Nations Women (UN Women) is a global entity dedicated to achieving gender equality and empowering women worldwide.

The feminization of poverty refers to the increasing number of women and girls living in poverty, often due to systemic factors such as gender discrimination and unequal access to resources.

The Microfinance Movement provides financial services to low-income individuals, particularly women, to promote economic empowerment and poverty reduction.

Liz Shuler became the first woman to lead the AFL-CIO in 2021, representing over 12 million workers across the United States.

The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action is a landmark document that sets out a comprehensive framework for achieving gender equality and women's empowerment.

The gender pay gap refers to the disparity in earnings between men and women, often due to systemic factors such as discrimination and occupational segregation.

The National Domestic Workers Alliance (NDWA) is a non-profit organization that works to improve the lives of domestic workers, primarily women, by advocating for fair labor standards and workers' rights.

The Women of Color Economic Justice Movement focuses on addressing the unique economic challenges and barriers faced by women of color, advocating for policies and practices that promote economic equality and social justice.